Custom Sports Mouth Guards for Young Athletes in Germantown, MD
Whether your child plays soccer, basketball, football, lacrosse, or martial arts, a properly fitted mouth guard is one of the most important pieces of protective equipment they can wear. At Children’s Dentistry of Germantown, we custom-fit mouth guards for children throughout Germantown, Gaithersburg, Clarksburg, and Montgomery County, MD.
Why a Custom Mouth Guard?
Store-bought boil-and-bite mouth guards offer minimal protection and often fit poorly — making them uncomfortable and easy to spit out mid-game. A custom-fitted mouth guard from our office:
- Fits precisely to your child’s teeth for maximum protection
- Stays securely in place during contact
- Allows normal breathing and speaking
- Is significantly more comfortable, so kids actually wear it
- Lasts longer than over-the-counter alternatives
What Sports Require a Mouth Guard?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends mouth guards for any sport that involves contact or the risk of a fall, including:
- Football, basketball, and soccer
- Baseball and softball
- Lacrosse and field hockey
- Martial arts and wrestling
- Gymnastics, skateboarding, and cycling
- Ice hockey and roller hockey
Getting a Custom Mouth Guard at Our Germantown Office
The process is simple and fast:
- We take a quick impression of your child’s teeth
- The mouth guard is custom-fabricated to fit perfectly
- Your child picks up their guard at a follow-up visit
The whole process typically takes two appointments and about a week turnaround time.
What If My Child Has Braces?
We can make mouth guards specifically designed to fit over braces, protecting both the teeth and the orthodontic hardware — especially important since a blow to the mouth with braces can cause serious soft tissue injuries.
Protect Your Young Athlete Today
Call (301) 540-5757 or book online. Walk-ins welcome. Serving Germantown, Gaithersburg, Clarksburg, Rockville, and Montgomery County, MD.